Quality Inspector - Bristol - Permanent - Aerospace Manufacturing

Shorterm Group are supporting a rapidly expanding engineering business in Bristol who specialise in the manufacture of high‑precision aerospace components. We are looking for an experienced Quality Inspector to join their team on a shift basis, ensuring the highest levels of product conformance and supporting the machining teams on the shop floor.

The Role:
As a Quality Inspector, you'll play a vital part in preventing non‑conforming product from reaching customers. You will be responsible for:
- Accurate measurement and validation of aerospace components
- First-off, in‑process and final inspection activities
- Selecting appropriate measurement strategies based on tolerance requirements
- Programming and operating Aberlink CNC CMMs
- Using optical measurement tools (Keyence, shaft scanner etc.)
- Completing PPAP/FAIR reports and digital inspection documentation
- Supporting calibration activities and maintaining traceability to national standards
- Raising NCRs and contributing to root cause and corrective actions
- Maintaining high standards in a 9100‑compliant environment

What You'll Need
- Strong background using manual and CNC measurement tools
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Experience inspecting aerospace components to tight tolerances
- Aberlink programming experience (advantageous)
- Good understanding of AS/EN/JISQ 9100 QMS
- Confident using Microsoft Office 365
- Proactive, motivated, and a strong team player with a can‑do attitude

Why Apply?
- Join a rapidly growing engineering business
- Work with advanced inspection equipment and high‑complexity parts
- Opportunities to develop and influence process improvements
- Supportive environment where quality and continuous improvement are at the forefront

Interested in finding out more?
Contact Max Fairclough at Shorterm Group for a confidential chat and full job details